Location: Houston, TX   Specialization: Land/Site Development

Project Manager - Civil Engineering (Land Development)

About the Opportunity

Looking to leave behind time sheets, relentless business development, and unpredictable project loads? Here's your chance to work in-house for a major real estate developer, managing premium, high-visibility projects that you and your team hand-pick. No chasing clients. No marketing grind. Just impactful work on the best land development projects available.

We’re partnering with a nationally recognized home builder to find a Project Manager – Civil Engineering who’s excited to lead projects from concept to completion. This is a rare opportunity to be part of an internal engineering team that sets the pace and standard for the industry.

What You'll Do

In this role, you'll be the go-to person for both technical execution and project coordination. Responsibilities include:

  • Acting as the primary point of contact for client-side representatives and regulatory agencies.
  • Leading internal project teams of engineers, CAD designers, and technicians, plus external subs and contractors.
  • Overseeing project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and overall technical direction.
  • Managing project timelines and financials from start to finish.
  • Providing quality control oversight on designs, contracts, and deliverables.
  • Resolving technical challenges with minimal oversight.
  • Staying up to date on the latest regulations at the local, state, and federal levels.
  • Balancing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Assisting with construction phase services (site visits, bid documents, submittal reviews, pay apps).
  • Overnight travel as needed.
  • Maintaining professionalism and integrity in all business dealings.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE) from an ABET-accredited school.
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (or the ability to obtain one).
  • 4+ years of civil engineering experience focused on land development.
  • Proven leadership skills with an interest in mentoring and developing talent.
  • Experience writing technical deliverables (work plans, contracts, reports, project correspondence).
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office (including Microsoft Project).
  • Strong communication skills—written and verbal.
  • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and juggle competing deadlines.

Bonus Points If You Have:

  • Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
  • A collaborative mindset and eagerness to support the larger team.

Why Join This Team?

  • No business development, no marketing.
  • No time sheets.
  • Select only the best projects for your team to execute.
  • Build your career with a leading name in real estate development.
  • Work on projects that directly shape the communities where you live.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time, salaried role with a strong total rewards package, including:

  • Competitive salary plus bonus potential (15–25%).
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
  • Life Insurance coverage.
  • Generous PTO, sick time, personal days, and paid holidays.

Ready to bring your expertise to a team that values quality over quantity? Apply now to learn more about this opportunity to lead the best projects—without the headaches.